This is the first of a series of columns that will explain various strategies that could be used to experience the next wave of Kingdom progress.
Even at 42 years old, Chad Hunsberger is still on the younger side when it comes to the average age of a pastor. He has enough experience to know, however, the importance of constant training and instruction …
When a church completes a branding or rebranding process, applying the new brand consistently across all critical areas ensures it resonates with the congregation and then the community. Here’s a list of 10 areas to address.
“It’s just the fact that it’s a question to ponder is a miracle in itself, in a way,” podcaster Joe Rogan said, “If you do live like a Christian, and you do follow the principles of Christ, you will have a richer, more love-filled life.”
As pastors and church leaders think about ministering to their congregations and communities in 2025, they should keep these 10 trends in mind.
“For some, this weekend will be breaking point,” writes Chuck Lawless. “They will have had enough of the headaches of ministry, and they will walk away from their calling.”
“As we’re preaching and teaching, it would be so much better if we knew our church members were reading and studying the Word of God on their own,” said Dwayne Milioni, pastor of Open Door Church in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Year-end giving is an important moment for every church. It’s when many are open to generosity but need clear guidance and encouragement to act. Want more participation? Here’s what they need to hear.
“The approach of an “all-in” family of congregations is ideally represented by a Baptist association and helps keep the Kingdom synergy intact.” —George Bullard
In a May 2023 advisory, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy called attention to the “public health crisis of loneliness, isolation and lack of connection in the U.S. today.” In his plan to address this crisis, he listed faith groups as key…
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